Full Stack Engineer - 3D Web Tools (PlayCanvas)

Snapchat; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company based in London is seeking a Full Stack Programmer to join their PlayCanvas team. In this role, you will develop browser-based 3D content creation tools and collaborate with programmers to shape a next-generation platform. The ideal candidate should have experience in modern JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and AWS infrastructure, among other qualifications. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience architecting and developing complex web applications.
• Exceptional coding skills in modern JavaScript both in the browser and in a Node.js environment.
• Excellent HTML5 and CSS3 skills.
• Database expertise (preferably with DocumentDB and/or DynamoDB).
• Experience with AWS infrastructure (EKS, CloudFront, S3).

Responsibilities

• Develop world class browser-based 3D content creation tools.
• Collaborate with engine run-time programmers and front-end/back-end programmers.

Skills

Complex web applications architecture and development

Modern JavaScript (browser and Node.js)

HTML5

CSS3

Database expertise (DocumentDB/DynamoDB)

AWS infrastructure (EKS, CloudFront, S3)

Tools

3ds Max

Maya

Blender

Job description

Snap Inc is a technology company that believes the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

We’re looking for a Full Stack Programmer to join PlayCanvas! As a member of the PlayCanvas team, you will help shape the 3D web. Working from our central London offices, you’ll collaborate with engine and tools programmers to build a truly next-generation platform for creating incredible HTML5 content.

What you’ll do:

• Develop world class browser-based 3D content creation tools
• Work with engine run-time programmers and front-end/back-end programmers to expose engine features to game developers

Minimum qualifications:

• Experience architecting and developing complex web applications
• Exceptional coding skills in modern JavaScript both in the browser and in a Node.js environment
• Excellent HTML5 and CSS3 skills
• Database expertise (preferably with DocumentDB and/or DynamoDB)
• Experience with AWS infrastructure (EKS, CloudFront, S3)

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience leading small to medium teams of engineers
• Understanding of game engine architecture and practical experience working on game engine related tooling
• Experience in one or more of the following: real-time graphics (ideally WebGL), animation, physics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail

• Experience with content creation apps like 3ds Max, Maya or Blender
• Knowledge of 3D mathematics (vector algebra)
• A passion for the latest game engine techniques and enabling the creativity of others

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.